Gearbox Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer

Role & responsibilities

The Gearbox Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Engineer will remain responsible for ensuring the quality of gearbox components and assemblies supplied by vendors. This role involves supplier audits, quality inspections, defect analysis, process improvements, and collaboration with suppliers to maintain high-quality standards in gearbox manufacturing.

1) Develop and implement supplier quality assurance processes for gearbox components.

2) Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO 9001).

3) Monitor and evaluate supplier performance using KPIs and scorecards.

4) Perform incoming inspection and testing of gearbox components.

5) Validate supplier-provided materials through dimensional checks, metallurgical analysis, and functional testing.

6) Ensure adherence to technical specifications, GD&T, and engineering drawings.

7) Investigate and analyze defects in supplied gearbox components.

8) Utilize root cause analysis tools (5Why, Fishbone Diagram, 8D, etc.) to resolve quality issues.

9) Work closely with suppliers to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

10) Support suppliers in improving their manufacturing processes to enhance product quality.

11) Lead continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and PPAP validation.

12) Review and approve supplier process changes to prevent quality deviations.

13) Work closely with internal teams (engineering, production, procurement) to address supplier quality concerns.

14) Maintain accurate documentation related to quality audits, non-conformance reports (NCR), and corrective action reports.

15) Participate in new supplier selection and qualification processes.

Preferred candidate profile

1) Strong knowledge of quality standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, VDA 6.3).

2) Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as machining, heat treatment, casting, forging, and assembly.

3) Proficiency in quality tools: PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, and control plans.

4) Hands-on experience with measurement tools like CMM, calipers, micrometers, and hardness testers.

5) 7+ years of experience in supplier quality assurance, preferably in the gearbox assembly.

6) Experience in gearbox components such as gears, bearings, shafts, and housings is must

Perks and benefits

As per industry norms